2026 Toyota Corolla
The 2026 Toyota Corolla arrives with a refreshed spirit, blending modern style, proven reliability, and forward-thinking engineering in a way that feels perfectly suited for today’s drivers. As one of Toyota’s most recognizable namesplates, the Corolla continues to evolve while staying true to the qualities that built its reputation: exceptional value, everyday driveability and efficiency, and a driving experience that feels confident from the moment you slide behind the wheel.
For 2026, Toyota enhances the Corolla’s winning formula with sharper design cues, refined cabin materials, and upgraded technology that elevate every drive. The Corolla’s diverse trim family shares these core characteristics, with defining features that widen its appeal and ensure there’s a trim for every type of driver. From commuters who want the essentials to those seeking a more expressive and upscale experience, the 2026 Corolla delivers.
With a starting price of $22,725, the Corolla maintains its status as one of the most value-oriented compact sedans in its class. More importantly, Toyota doesn’t cut corners or force drivers to settle for less, ensuring every Corolla trim is thoughtfully designed and well-equipped. From intuitive connectivity and entertainment features to advanced driver-assist technologies and a potent heartbeat, the 2026 Corolla is well-rounded and worthy of a place in any garage.
As your trusted Toyota dealer, we’re here with the latest from Toyota and what you can expect from the Corolla in 2026. Let’s dive in, putting you one step closer to climbing behind the wheel of this best-selling sedan.
MSRP: $22,725[a]
Horsepower: 169
Torque: 151 lb-ft
MPG city/hwy: 53/46
Trim Lineup
The 2026 Corolla’s three-trim lineup focuses on offering tangible value, showcasing Toyota’s adherence to the philosophy that less is more. In the Corolla’s case, that’s undeniable. Every trim is packed with features and unique design details that ensure there’s a Corolla for every budget and lifestyle.
Meet the 2026 Corolla LE: Not Your Ordinary Base Trim
The 2026 Corolla LE challenges drivers to raise their expectations of a base trim by rolling off Toyota’s production line with bold styling and a long list of standard features. The front-wheel-drive sedan is engaging and efficient, thanks to the 2.0L four-cylinder engine and the Dynamic-Shift continuously variable transmission under its hood.
As a gateway into the lineup, the Corolla LE sets itself apart with its 16-inch steel wheels and color-keyed power outside mirrors. Inside, it’s packed with an impressive list of standard features, including a seven-inch Digital Gauge Cluster, an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, keyless entry, and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes Toyota’s Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
Meet the 2026 Corolla SE: The Sporty Sedan
The 2026 Corolla SE stands out in the lineup for its sporty aesthetic, enhanced by its available two-tone color palette and several notable upgrades. You can pair a Black Metallic roof with hues like Blueprint, Wind Chill Pearl, Ice Cap, Ruby Flare Pearl, Celestite, and Underground.
The trim is also recognizable by its gloss black sport mesh front grille with LED accent lighting, 18-inch alloy wheels finished in graphite, color-keyed rear spoiler, and gray metallic sport side rocker panels. Inside, the Corolla SE’s athletic styling replaces the sedan’s standard cloth seats with premium sport seats featuring sport fabric inserts.
Meet the 2026 Corolla XSE: The Luxurious Road Warrior
The 2026 Corolla XSE earns its place at the top of the family tree because it’s the most luxurious. It shares styling elements with the Corolla SE, such as 18-inch alloy wheels finished in graphite and gray metallic sport side rocker panels. The XSE upgrades the SE’s color-keyed rear spoiler to a gray metallic finish, making the design more cohesive.
Inside, the 2026 Corolla XSE exudes luxury, from its power tilting and sliding moonroof to its leather-wrapped, telescopic steering wheel with paddle shifters. It also features an extensive digital landscape, including a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 10.5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen. Toyota adds Qi-compatible wireless charging and gives drivers the chance to upgrade to the JBL Premium Audio system, promising an immersive listening experience that makes every drive more enjoyable.
Performance
The 2026 Corolla delivers an outstanding driving experience, exceeding every expectation of how a sedan should respond to the demands of life on the road. Toyota’s exceptional engineering shines through, with the best-selling sedan built on a rigid structure and featuring a low center of gravity. This combination, along with the available multi-link rear suspension and standard MacPherson strut front suspension, set the stage for its engine to shine.
The Four-Cylinder Heartbeat
The 2026 Corolla rolls off Toyota’s production line with an efficient and engaging gas powertrain that proves driving a sedan can be exciting and efficient. Toyota’s 2.0L inline-four engine works with a Dynamic Shift continuously variable transmission to expertly balance its output with efficiency. Perfectly in sync behind the scenes, the combination puts 169 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque at your feet.
Harnessing this power and how the Corolla responds are straightforward, thanks to the sedan’s selectable drive modes, which include Normal and Eco as standard. Sport mode joins that lineup on the SE and XSE, with the top-tier trim adding paddle shifters with 10 pre-set ratios that transform the unsuspecting sedan into an athlete with a penchant for winding backgrounds and speed-tempting straightaways.
Beyond its responsiveness, the 2026 Corolla is remarkably efficient. As a front-wheel drive sedan, the 2026 Corolla has an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 32 MPG in the city, 41 MPG on the highway, and 35 MPG combined.
The Hybrid Upgrade
While the gas-powered Corolla is efficient, Toyota entices drivers with a more efficient alternative and the option to add all-wheel drive–the 2026 Corolla Hybrid. Built on the same platform, the Corolla Hybrid replaces the 2.0L inline-four engine with a 1.8L 16-valve four-cylinder engine with Variable Valve Timing and an electric motor.
With the 1.8L engine making 96 hp, the electric motor increases that output to 138 hp and 105 lb-ft of near-instant torque. The pairing skyrockets the 2026 Corolla’s EPA-estimated fuel economy, ensuring drivers save more at the pump.
The 2026 Corolla Hybrid with front-wheel drive averages an EPA-estimated 53 MPG in the city and 46 MPG on the highway. Opting for all-wheel drive slightly reduces that average to an EPA-estimated 51 MPG in the city and 44 MPG on the highway, a subtle yet worthwhile decrease considering the all-season confidence Toyota’s intelligent all-wheel drive system provides.
Technology
The 2026 Corolla returns to the Toyota lineup with more standard technologies that add to its already value-rich packaging. For 2026, Toyota introduces a larger digital landscape that transforms the interior with a modern cockpit that puts everything drivers need within view or reach. Behind the scenes, advanced driver-assist technologies improve situational awareness and reduce the risk of collisions.
Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment
The 2026 Corolla LE sets an impressive standard, debuting with a seven-inch digital gauge cluster and an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. This seamless connectivity continues in the mid-tier Corolla SE, which is also equipped with a six-speaker audio system, four USB-C ports, and Toyota’s Smart Key System.
Climbing the lineup to the top-tier Corolla XSE means a more tech-rich experience, with the all-new 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and 10.5-inch Audio Multimedia Touchscreen. Toyota’s infotainment system offers touch and voice activation, with the Intelligent Assistant responding to “Hey Toyota” voice commands to help you adjust audio controls and cabin temperature, navigate a faster route, and locate points of interest.
Toyota pairs the larger landscape with a wireless phone charging station and offers an immersive listening experience with a notable upgrade to the JBL Premium Audio System. The setup features nine speakers, an 800-watt amplifier, and a subwoofer, delivering crisp sound throughout the cabin.
Drive Confidently With Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
The Corolla’s reputation for safety continues in 2026, thanks to an extensive suite of standard technologies that work behind the scenes to keep you and your passengers safe. Beyond the sedan’s 10 airbags, the Corolla also features Toyota’s Star Safety System, which works with various safety features to enhance your control by optimizing traction and braking responsiveness.
The Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is at the heart of the Corolla’s safety suite, with Toyota making the Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert standard on every trim in 2026. This feature works with advanced driver-assist technologies, including the Corolla’s Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Proactive Driving Assist, and Automatic High Beams.
The Corolla’s cruising technologies are also impressive, mitigating fatigue and improving your experience traveling at highway speeds. Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control monitors traffic, adjusting the Corolla’s speed to maintain a safe distance and a safe speed based on information collected by Road Sign Assist. Since it works in rush-hour traffic, the tool is a must for commuters who appreciate the extra assistance as they venture between home and work.
Experience the 2026 Corolla Firsthand
The 2026 Toyota Corolla continues to prove why it remains one of the most trusted and best-loved sedans on the road. With its updated design details, versatile trim lineup, and well-balanced powertrain options, it offers a driving experience that feels both familiar and refined.
The 2026 Corolla promises to make everyday travel more enjoyable, offering a smooth ride and dynamic handling that hits the sweet spot for many drivers. Toyota enhances that experience with the Corolla’s cutting-edge connectivity features and advanced drive-assist technologies, keeping you engaged and instilling confidence wherever life takes you.
Because of this, there’s no question that the 2026 Corolla is a sedan designed for today’s demands and tomorrow’s possibilities. At Toyota of Bowling Green, we’re thrilled to help you discover this best-selling sedan and how it perfectly complements your life.